Silverra
Where Gregorians and Vindictives squabble over followers, very few ask who they act under. Way on high in Haven, the Almighty speaks from above. It is he who commands all divine beings to bring goodwill onto Florenelle.
Deities of Silverra
| Deity | Alignment | Province | Suggested Domains | Common Symbol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haldrifel | NG | Courage, Hope, Integrity | Life, Light, Peace | Extended angel wings |
| Viterrian | CG | Fertility, Life, Mercy | Life, Nature, Peace | A vine wrapping around a censer |
| Gregory | NG | Civilization, Family, Learning | Knowledge, Light, Peace | A sword covered by a shield |
| Vindictis | LG | Justice, Law, War | Light, Order, War | A sword with scales hanging from the cross guard |
| Aphirai | NG | Death, Service | Grave, Peace, Twilight | A lantern surrounded by four spirits |
Structure
The Almighty
The Almighty, currently held by Haldrifel, watches over the deeds and actions of his heavenly court. Much of his time is spent coordinating the careful
Exalter of Life
The Exalter of Life, Viterrian, watches over the safety and blessing of new life brought to Florenelle. Viterrian advocates that a life should not be burdened by petty rules or harsh treatment.
The Shield of Hope
Gregory holds this position within the Silverrans. The Shield of Hope looks over the wellbeing of communities and promotes self-defense to help keep others safe.
The Sword of the Judge
Vindictis holds this title. He is tasked with providing justice and law to Silverra’s followers. He advocates for punishing the wrongdoers and bringing freedom to the innocent.
Herald of the Dawn
Aphirai holds this position. The Herald is tasked with being a messenger to the Pope to direct him in what the Almighty wishes to see. Another responsibility is transitioning the faithful onward to Haven. Other times, he is sent to be a messenger to followers to guide them on a better and uplifting path.
The Evoking Choir
The Evoking Choir is made up of lesser celestials that are tasked with heading into the world of Florenelle and bringing careful divine intervention.
Public Agenda
The Silverrans aim to rid Florenelle of its evil and combat the Infernal Clan.
History
Before the Necromantic War
It is said that during Florenelle’s creation, there came division on what moral path the mortals should take. The fight became whether one should take part in the vices and hedonism of the world or aspire to become altruistic to ensure a healthy community. Thus the realms of Inferna and Haven were manifested.
Haldrifel, the Almighty, led the celestials and mortal followers for a long while against these evils. There was a problem he had noticed as men fought alongside deities. They became complicit and dependent on their mighty strength. A guard of a castle would not do their duty as they knew an angel would step in and resolve the trouble. The Almighty had become frustrated with his meek following and left them behind in Haven. He would at least leave behind the Silverrans to watch over their development to ensure they become strong amongst themselves.
During the Necromantic War
The Necromantic War even brought darkness into Haven. Haldrifel was disgusted by the manipulation of life Arkengrath had discovered. To the Silverrans, they believed this was the ultimate test of their mortal followers. In their blessed sanctum, they watched in horror as the Arkonian Order brought death and destruction across not just Florenelle but also in Elvarid. They noticed the Coalition responded with such cruelty as well but to a lesser degree. The Silverrans squabbled over if divine intervention was necessary. It would take Saint Gregory to convince his kindred of the necessity to oppose the Arkonian Order.
Reluctantly, the Silverrans stepped in late in the war. To many scholars, their timing hit the deadline. Had they delayed any further, estimates suggest that the Coalition would not have the time to find countermeasures against necromancy. Regardless, the assistance of angels helped to fend off the Arkonians during the First Battle of Vrexen.
Age of Restoration
Because the Silverrans had lost the former Shield of Hope and Sword of the Judge, it was decided the war heroes Saint Gregory and Vindictis would become appointed. The Silverrans tried what they could during the Age of Restoration but it is said that not enough angels were available to help rebuild Florenelle. Inferna had been weakened during the war but an age of rebuilding meant that the newly invigorated Infernal Clan would make matters worse when Vildramus took his father’s place. Ever since, the old rivals have kept fighting each other.
Priesthood
Patron Saints
Patron saints within the Silverran religion are appointed this special position when a follower’s work brings a lot of livelihood or wellbeing to not only the church as a whole, but communities as well. Followers are advised to worship a specific patron saint based on a related career or lifestyle if they hope to receive blessings.
Here is a table for some of the most common Patron Saints.
| Saint | Saint of | Domain |
|---|---|---|
| Facego | Jesters | Peace, Trickery |
| Lucia | Life | Life, Nature |
| Luminarus | Guardians | Light, War |
| Imperious | Civilization | Forge, Order |
| Interro | Scholars | Arcana, Knowledge |
| Temersa | Deceased | Grave, Tempest |
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